Q1: An armature has a resistance of 0.4 Ω at 120°C and the armature Cu loss is to be limited to 500 watts with a temperature rise of 55°C. If α0 for Cu is 0.0043/°C, what is the maximum current that can be passed through the armature?

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Q1: An armature has a resistance of 0.4 Ω at 120°C and the armature Cu loss is to be limited to 500 watts with a temperature rise of 55°C. If α0 for Cu is 0.0043/°C, what is the maximum current that can be passed through the armature?
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